Wholesale & Retail Programme at The Building Company

Are you an unemployed South African looking to gain skills and work experience in the retail sector? The Building Company is offering an exciting Learnership – opportunity designed to equip job seekers with practical and theoretical knowledge in wholesale and retail operations.

This structured learnership programme is a great stepping stone for anyone looking to build a career in retail, customer service, or sales. The opportunity is open to applicants from all provinces across South Africa, making it accessible to a wide range of candidates.

Programme Overview

• Position: Learnership – (Wholesale & Retail)
• Company: The Building Company
• Industry: Retail
• Job Type: Contract (Learnership)
• Location: Nationwide (Open to all provinces in South Africa)
• Salary: Market Related

This programme combines classroom-based learning with hands-on workplace experience, allowing learners to develop both knowledge and practical skills.

What You Will Gain

By joining this learnership, you will:

• Receive structured theoretical training from a recognised training provider
• Gain practical, on-the-job retail experience
• Work towards a nationally recognised qualification on the NQF framework
• Build valuable workplace skills and improve your employability

The programme is aligned with W&RSETA, ensuring that your qualification meets industry standards.

As a learner, you will be expected to:
Attend all training sessions and complete required coursework
Complete assessments, assignments, and a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE)
Assist customers and provide basic customer service
Support merchandising and stock replenishment
Help with point-of-sale (POS) operations where required
Maintain store cleanliness and housekeeping standards
Follow company policies and health and safety procedures
Keep accurate records of your workplace experience
Demonstrate professionalism, punctuality, and commitment
This hands-on experience will prepare you for real-world retail environments

To qualify for this learnership, applicants must:
Be unemployed
Have a minimum qualification of Grade 12 (Matric)
Be a South African citizen
Have basic numeracy and literacy skills
Have a clear criminal record
Be willing to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays
Must not have completed a previous unemployed learnership

Important Information
Open to applicants from all provinces in South Africa
No age limit (as long as you meet the programme requirements)
Must be committed to completing the full learnership programme
Selection will be based on eligibility and suitability
This makes the opportunity inclusive and accessible to a wide range of job seekers.

Why You Should Apply
This learnership offers more than just training. It provides a pathway into the retail industry. Benefits include:
Gaining real work experience in a retail environment
Earning a recognised qualification
Improving your chances of future employment
Building confidence and workplace skills
Learning from experienced professionals
For many candidates, learnerships like this serve as a gateway to permanent employment opportunities.

Career Opportunities After Completion
Once you complete the programme, you may qualify for roles such as:
Retail Assistant
Sales Associate
Store Assistant
Merchandiser
Customer Service Representative
These roles are in high demand within the retail sector, making this learnership a valuable investment in your future.